Etsy Insights: Pet Shopping Trends
Hi everyone, I’m Kristin from Etsy’s Community Team!
More people view their pets as part of the family, and that’s changing how they shop.
Pet parents are looking for items that reflect the bond they share with their pets, including personalized, handcrafted, one-of-a-kind products.
If you already sell pet products or if you make products for people that can be reimagined as items for pets or pet-themed gifts, this growing category could be an opportunity for your shop. Here are a few trends worth exploring:
Handcrafted pet essentials
Searches for cat beds are up 6% year over year.* Pet parents are choosing handcrafted essentials like woven beds, ceramic bowls, braided collars, and other thoughtfully made products.
Buyers are also responding to elevated design, including muted color palettes, expressive color blocking, and earth-friendly materials like upcycled apparel and natural-fiber accessories.
Photo credit: Miezekatze3Shop, HelenPennyShop, CeramicValley, OscarDogToys
Gifts for pet lovers
The majority of the pet product category is actually pet-themed gifts for people who love their animals, like pet portraits and mementos, as well as novelty pet clothing, like hats, sweaters, and costumes for pets. Cat gift searches are up 16%, and dog gifts are up 30% year over year.* Pet memorial searches are also up 30% year over year.*
If you make products that accurately match these search terms, be sure to include them in your keywords and descriptions.
Photo credit: ThatTinyWonderland, SaturnPottery, KikisCeramic, Galaxstars
Pet personalization
Buyers are looking for custom and made-to-order pet products, with custom dog portrait searches up 7% and cat portrait searches up 17% year over year.*
Pet parents want products that are made for their individual pets. Use the new custom options tools to seamlessly collect all the info you need upfront, like a pet's name, breed, or photo, and avoid back and forth with buyers.
Photo credit: NicomadeMe, ThreadedPaws, ARTBYFREESIA, ParkersPotteryStudio
Put these trends into action
Optimize your listings – Update your titles, tags, keywords, and photos to better match pet product and pet gifting searches.
Promote with Share & Save – Promote your top pet products on social media with your Share & Save link, make a sale, and save 4% on eligible orders. Terms apply.
Get ready for our upcoming buyer campaign – We're planning a buyer campaign about pet Gotcha Days soon, so optimize your listings by the end of August to make the most of the opportunity.
Do you already sell pet items, or can you adapt something in your shop for pet lovers? We'd love to hear your ideas in the comments.
*Search data is as of July 14, 2026, and is based on searches in the last three months compared to the same time last year.
Admin
oddballcattoys
·1 week ago · EditedCheck out our unique 100% handcrafted CAT shop, http://www.etsy.com/shop/oddballcattoys! We sell a variety of weird toys, modern collars, small bandanas & self warming beds! My cats help me select the best fabrics & then we decide together which products to offer to our customers.
CloudSnuggleStudio
·1 week agoOh, this is timely! I make printable and digital planners for overwhelmed brains, and the one that’s surprised me most is a pet care planner called Fed and Walked 🐾 a routine sheet, a sitter card and a vet log, made for people who adore their pets and still genuinely cannot remember whether they fed them twice or not at all. What I’ve noticed is that almost all of the pet category is about the bond, which is lovely, but very little of it is about the caring, which is the part that falls apart on a tired or overwhelmed day. Might be an angle worth exploring for the Gotcha Day campaign too, since anyone marking a first Gotcha Day is usually still deep in the working-out-the-routine stage.
Thanks for the data, Kristin, the memorial and personalisation numbers are fascinating!
Sal ☁️
PetLis
·1 week agoHi everyone! I’m new to Etsy and learning a lot from this community. I create personalized pet gifts, including custom pet photo tote bags, pet journals, and memory keepsakes. I’m excited to connect with other sellers and pet lovers here!
PawZelo
·2 weeks agoHi everyone,
I also sell a digital QR product specifically for pets in my store. After receiving your QR code, you register with the system, and people who scan the code you printed can easily see the pet's information. They can contact you and provide information. The system even sends you an email the moment they scan it. If you'd like to check it out, here's the link:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4555959882/3-pieces-printable-lost-and-found-qr
Best regards
CollectAToonStore
·2 weeks ago · EditedThank you! Happy to share our new listing where we customize your dog into a vintage double-sided collectible keychain.
https://collectatoonstore.etsy.com/listing/4559950057
HolidaysLane
·2 weeks ago · EditedYAY! I'm so thrilled about this and hope my pet holiday ornaments on HolidaysLane get featured! Dog bones, paw prints, blacks cats and more.
UnityBraids
·3 weeks agoMay I add to my listings that part of our sales supports shelters?
HolidaysLane
·2 weeks agoGenerally speaking you need permission and documentation from the shelter/charity giving you permission to share that publicly.
UnityBraids
·2 weeks agoWhat do you mean? I can get the permission, I'm sure, but documentation? It comes out of my bank automatically.
ZoomeesbyFidditch
·3 weeks agoI foster for a local cat charity, and after making many items for them, I decided to launch my own cat related shop.. so this is great timing for me…. ive some standard cat toys, some very retro styled ones plus just added my first personalised cat kicker design,
aBedForMax
·3 weeks agoWe have been in this "trend" for 11 years. Unfortunately, after 7 years with our newest etsy shop, our pet beds have been copied so much it has dropped off completely. https://abedformax.etsy.com/listing/1104816059/the-kirra-wood-dog-bunk-bed-the-original
oddballcattoys
·1 week agoI agree, sadly the pet category has become oversaturated and there are a lot of copycats. And way too many mass produced China shops pretending to be "handmade".
AHappierTail
·3 weeks agoHi everyone!
I sell pet bandanas and can customize them with pet names or any saying you want! Feel like this fits right in! 💛😊
TheBuddyBarkery
·3 weeks ago · EditedI make homemade dog & cat treats here in Canada with The Buddy Barkery!
I love creating simple, wholesome treats with flavours you don't typically find in the pet aisle. My newest dog cookie is Fisherman's Fry, made with real sardines, potato, sweet peas and dill
And yes — the cats get their own treats too! My Crunchy Fins are tuna treats made especially for our feline friends.
Everything is made by me in small batches, with lots of care. I love seeing all the creative pet businesses being shared here — there are so many wonderful ideas!
https://thebuddybarkery.etsy.com
PawPets
·3 weeks ago · EditedEveryone has such cute and innovated products!
Here it my Dog Treats Wreath Gifts as promised.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4413795805
PawPets
·3 weeks agoEveryone has such cute and innovated products!
Here it my Dog Treats Wreath Gifts as promised.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4413795805/dog-treats-biscuits-wreath-gifts
CharlotteParis99
·3 weeks agoI do customized cat crochet, it's a sweet, one-of-a-kind keepsake for cat lovers, perfect for bags, backpacks, or keys.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4556755847/crochet-mini-cat-figurine-custom-cat
WhisperedKeepsake
·3 weeks agoI create handmade pet memorial jewelry using a small amount of fur, hair, or other meaningful keepsakes. I started making memorial pieces because I know how much comfort it can bring to have something tangible that keeps a loved one’s memory close. Pets are family, and losing them leaves such an empty space. Each piece I make is created individually for that family, with the hope that it gives them a little comfort and a way to carry that love with them every day. ❤️
Anshalsaddlery
·3 weeks agoBuyers are also responding to elevated design, including muted color palettes, expressive color blocking, and earth-friendly materials like upcycled apparel and natural-fiber accessories.
LeoseroUSA
·3 weeks agoThe Gotcha Day campaign is such a lovely idea for both Etsy sellers and pet parents. It gives us a meaningful way to celebrate the day a beloved pet became part of the family. 🧡
I recently created a customizable Gotcha Day pet portrait listing featuring personalized T-shirts and sweatshirts made from customers’ own pet photos:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4557463416/custom-pet-portrait-shirt-personalized?
My shop also includes Pet Halloween designs and a “Respect the Locals” collection created with animal lovers in mind. I’d be delighted to welcome fellow pet parents and animal lovers to my shop!
🐾Thanks Etsy Community Team
OhMyHomies
·3 weeks agoThanks for this insight. The pet shopping trends look really good, and it's nice to see people finding new ways to celebrate their pets. Our Oh My Homies shirts mostly feature designs inspired by the pets we love, or fear most like the frog. They may not be made for pets, but they give pet owners a way to celebrate that connection in everyday wear.
LovePetPower
·3 weeks agoBogeysHomeCo
·3 weeks agowow! so many talented and creative people ! i am new to selling and just starting out with mugs and tees. I focus on natural history but had some requests for personalized mugs so I conquered my fear and clicked that scary "personalization" button.
Promari
·3 weeks ago · EditedIt all started simply enough: I bought an embroidery machine fully intending to embroider flowers on clothes. Fast forward to today, and I’m making plush art dolls of Sphynx cats instead.
I digitize every fold of skin and the finest details of their eyes so each replica captures the cat's true individual character. Sometimes I even embroider the cat's name on its chest. It makes for a comforting keepsake, especially for those remembering a pet who has passed away.
Sphynxes are my absolute favorite to work with. Capturing their distinctive wrinkles, intense gaze, and sleek elegance through machine embroidery is quite a puzzle, but every finished cat turns out completely unique.
Here are my cats: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Promari
MadebyAsya
·3 weeks agoLove seeing this - pet clothing is such a joyful niche!
I design crochet patterns across many categories, and a while ago I tried my hand at dog sweaters too - my Nori and Kaya designs have since become real favorites with makers who want to crochet something special for their dogs. The Gotcha Day campaign is a lovely idea; a handmade sweater is such a heartfelt way to mark an adoption anniversary. I'll be refreshing my pet listings before the end of August to catch it. Thanks, Kristin!
https://www.etsy.com/shop/MadebyAsya
WiAuGem
·3 weeks agoThis is such a lovely idea for pet lovers! We create Taoist blessing red string collars for cats and dogs, combining traditional symbolism with a cute everyday accessory. Each piece is designed as a meaningful gift for pets, bringing wishes of protection, good luck, and positive energy. https://wiaugem.etsy.com/listing/4549499002
ShopSoftFormGoods
·3 weeks agoThis is great! I do personalized pet cross stitch portraits. I do patterns only, DIY kits, or fully finished portraits. They are specially designed to fit in a 6x6 embroidery hoop for a neutral and easy finish! I have had a couple of people ask me for custom work, which I can also do upon request. Thanks for promoting this niche market!
Custom Pet Portrait Cross Stitch | PDF Pattern | Dog & Cat Art From Photo | Personalized Pet Gift - Etsy
Custom Pet Portrait Cross Stitch | DIY Kit or Finished Piece | Dog & Cat Art From Photo | Personalized Pet Gift - Etsy
Thesingingbeader
·3 weeks agoI make jewelry included cat jewelry for humans. I have two tuxedo cats, age 14 that are litter mates. One is a cancer survivor.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Thesingingbeader?ref=seller-platform-mcnav&search_query=cats
KindClubArt
·3 weeks agoAbsolutely love this! I love creating pet portraits, each pet is so unique! 🥹🐶
GraveeLV
·3 weeks agoWe’ve been creating personalized pet ID tags for several years, and I completely agree that pet owners are looking for something more meaningful and unique. We especially love creating handcrafted tags from brass, copper and stainless steel, where the design and engraving can reflect the individual pet’s personality.
Here’s one of our handmade brass tags 🐾 We’re definitely excited to explore the Gotcha Day and adoption gift trend further!
MarketingFunda
·3 weeks agoSuch exciting trends for pet lovers! 🐾 I love the growing demand for personalized and handcrafted pet products, especially custom portraits and meaningful memorial gifts. There are so many creative opportunities for Etsy sellers to adapt their products for pet parents. Can’t wait to see the unique ideas the Etsy community comes up with for Gotcha Day! ❤️
MLVDigitalSolutions
·3 weeks agoRecently, I added some labels for pet products in my store that you can use and edit to tag or wrap dog bandanas and pet costumes.
Thank you.
HappyTailGames
·3 weeks agoPet products are the best! I make Cats Don't Fetch a card game you play with your cat. We've a new pet powered game coming soon. https://www.etsy.com/shop/HappyTailGames?
BelCantoEdit
·3 weeks agoHi, So happy to be here as a new seller, since I'm a long time etsy lover. I sell vintage jewelry with a strong focus on animal and nature themes. I can't resist the cute animal things! Glad to meet you all!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4529174591/vintage-miniature-dachshund-brooch-set?sr_prefetch=1&pf_from=shop_home&ref=shop_home_active_5&frs=1&logging_key=2d8739b7b49870ad1e04c476659a552f4ff61c1b%3A4529174591
ManaalCollections
·3 weeks ago · EditedYes! I already sell pet-related crochet patterns in my shop. 🐾🧶
I created this 3-in-1 Pet Toys Crochet Pattern Bundle, including a Dog Bone, Fish, and Donut toy. I’d love to create even more fun crochet patterns for pet lovers based on upcoming trends!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4481545167/pet-toy-crochet-pattern-bundle-3-in1
pipeworkpieces
·3 weeks agoHi all I make some very unique floating and raised pet feeders for all pet breeds. Someone even bought one of my unique raised feeders for her bunny's lol
ArtbyIM
·3 weeks agoHi everyone! 🐾🎨
I’m a portrait artist, and I create custom hand-painted watercolor portraits of pets from photos:
dogs, cats, horses, and other beloved animals.
I love capturing not only their likeness, but also their unique personality and the special bond they share with their family. A pet portrait can be a meaningful keepsake, a special gift, or a beautiful way to remember a beloved companion.
It’s wonderful to see how much interest in personalized pet art continues to grow! 🐶🐱🐴
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1800167477/custom-watercolor-pet-portrait-hand?ref=listings_manager_grid
Macratella
·3 weeks agoHi, for now handmade dog collar in earthy colors:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4556241106/braided-paracord-dog-collar-for-large?ref=shop_home_active_1&logging_key=7a0b2144c6dfefb4ddf35c53fad80ffc3b5e9d1f%3A4556241106
LoveYourPetHongKong
·3 weeks agoSurprise your pet lover friend with a hand-painted acrylic pet portrait. Let the adorable face of their furry little one brighten up their home. A total hit for every pet parent.
https://www.etsy.com/hk-en/listing/4554927806/custom-hand-painted-5-layer-3d-acrylic
BloomStudioCoStore
·3 weeks agoLove this! I make a digital Pet Expense Tracker spreadsheet for multi-pet households — helps pet parents track vet bills, food, and vaccination reminders in one place. Feels like this fits right into the "pet as family member" trend!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4554965131/pet-expense-tracker-spreadsheet-multi
LoomiaTextile
·3 weeks ago · EditedAnother great way to create a portrait of your beloved pet is to turn their photo into a custom personalized rug.
Sanacreativerugs
·3 weeks agoThis is a really interesting trend for handmade sellers! 🐾❤️ Pet parents are increasingly looking for unique, personalized, and beautifully designed products for their pets and as gifts for pet lovers. I love the idea of adapting existing handmade products into pet-friendly designs. Excited to see how Etsy sellers turn this growing trend into creative new products! 🐶🐱✨
lifekidiaryCo
·3 weeks agoNew Etsy seller here! 🥹🎀 I’m building my shop around trendy digital PNG designs. Would love to see what everyone else is creating! 🛍️✨
RosaliePets
·3 weeks ago · EditedWelcome to my clothing store for small and medium-sized dogs. All products, from concept to creation to pattern, are my work. 😊💖🐾
https://rosaliepets.etsy.com
TaleStudioByGrowth
·3 weeks agoAfter reading Etsy's Pet Shopping Trends, I noticed that many of the trends mentioned align with products I've been creating recently.
As a jewelry designer, I've been inspired by the special bond between people and their pets. Recently, I've created several Sterling Silver 925 designs featuring cats, dogs, and paw prints, and I've attached a few examples below.
I was especially interested to see that searches for pet gifts and pet memorial products continue to grow. It seems more pet parents are looking for meaningful keepsakes that celebrate the love and memories they share with their pets.
I'd love to hear from other sellers in the pet category:
What pet-related products are performing well for you?
Have you seen increased interest in pet memorial items or personalized gifts?
What trends are you noticing among dog and cat lovers this year?
Looking forward to hearing everyone's thoughts and experiences. 🐾
PallikeCreation
·Aug 14, 2026 at 7:22 AMthank you for the post and trend-alert! I have also noticed that this year my custom dog and cat oven mitts have gotten more attention!
My custom Cat oven mitt: https://pallikecreation.etsy.com/listing/955135740
Dog oven mitt: https://pallikecreation.etsy.com/listing/1128094554
Since bull terriers are my favorite dogs to put on the oven mitt, then I have a separate listing for them: https://pallikecreation.etsy.com/listing/1045629243
But not only cats and dogs, in the past I have done custom oven mitts of horses and even an orca :)
FoundEraFinds
·Aug 14, 2026 at 4:46 AMI love that we are discussing trends and bringing them to light. As Etsy sellers, we are constantly looking, researching, deciding etc. To have a trending topic right here all together is so helpful and appreciated. Love reading all the comments. So eye opening. Thank you!!
HappyTailsByJBO
·Aug 14, 2026 at 3:34 AMI have my own business JBORIGINALS and one of my brands is a online shop HappyTailsByJB0. I sew and design custom clothing for dogs and cats. One of my signature custom items is a OnePiece with attached Indoor and Outdoor Booties.
KSLHarmonyCreate
·Aug 14, 2026 at 3:08 AMHi everyone! 🐾
I’ve really enjoyed seeing everyone’s ideas and conversations around pet products here!
I also make personalized locket rings designed to keep a beloved pet close to you. 🐶🐱 You can send us a photo of your pet, a paw print, or even a nose print, and we can turn that meaningful image into a keepsake you can carry with you every day.
Just send us the image you’d like to use, and we’ll create a personalized piece especially for you.
I’d love to share this idea with other pet lovers here. ❤️
Thank you, everyone!
RSVPArts
·Aug 13, 2026 at 9:42 PMThis trend caught my attention! 🐾 I create crochet patterns, including puppy, teddy bear, and monkey designs, and I can definitely see an opportunity to adapt these types of designs for pet lovers and pet-themed gifts.
Here are a few of my designs:
Puppy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4551479930/dog-crochet-pattern-pdf-amigurumi-puppy
Teddy Bear: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4521915859/sleepy-teddy-bear-crochet-pattern-pdf
Monkey: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4553951500/amigurumi-monkey-crochet-pattern-pdf
Excited to explore this growing trend!
TinyNameDHRCo
·Aug 13, 2026 at 6:28 PMHello everyone! Nice to meet you all 👋
I sell handmade embroidery digitizing files - 100% my own work.
I've only been open for 2 months and already have 33 sales with a 6.7% conversion rate.
But I'm only getting 10-15 views per day.
Would love any tips on how to get more views. Thank you for your guidance!
WhiskerWordsCo
·Aug 13, 2026 at 1:40 PMSound fantastics, we are selling Pet cards for all types of occasion such as: Birthday, Adoption day, Vet day and so on. And the most important, every time you support our shop you give meal to the street and marginalized animals.
ZatashaDeals
·Aug 13, 2026 at 12:40 PMsounds good to listen as i am selling customized pet belts and dog collars for their loved pet
KatesCache
·Aug 13, 2026 at 12:23 PMI crochet a likeness of customer's dogs from photos they send me. They can be used as memorials or decorations. However, they are too delicate to be toys.
ThatMadeMyDayCo
·Aug 13, 2026 at 12:01 PMOh, perfect! I sell pet portrait cards and prints!
Bonoabruno
·Aug 13, 2026 at 9:32 AMYes! I run a small handmade dog gear brand, creating functional and thoughtfully designed harnesses, collars, leashes, and accessories for everyday adventures. I’m always looking for ways to make practical dog products both beautiful and comfortable. 🐾
MeezanCarpet
·Aug 13, 2026 at 5:29 AMWe also have customised rugs for your pets
PawsinPalms
·Aug 13, 2026 at 4:29 AMI mostly sell pet memorials and rememberance gifts but I am looking to broaden my horizons with products that can still be enjoyed while people still have their pets with them. I'm dabbling in an all in one carrier that holds toys, poop bags, leashes, treats, water bottles and tennis balls and can be personalized with the family or pet's name at the top.
RusticCowhideCo
·Aug 13, 2026 at 4:02 AMYes! 🐾 I sell cowhide pet carrier bags designed for pet lovers who love to travel. They’re stylish, comfortable, and make it easy to carry your furry friends wherever you go. 🤎🐶🐱✨
NutmegCottage
·Aug 12, 2026 at 11:25 PMAwhile ago I sold my crocheted Cat Tissue Box Cover. I have a Beagle Dog Tissue Box Cover in my shop now https://nutmegcottage.etsy.com/listing/4543068052 I'm thinking of what else I can create for pet lovers.
FureviaPet
·Aug 12, 2026 at 10:08 PMI create luxury interchangeable jewelry collars for cats and dogs. Pet parents can choose a collar and collect different pendants to change their pet’s look for birthdays, Gotcha Days, photoshoots, weddings, or everyday wear.
I love the idea of offering more ways for customers to create a look that reflects their pet’s individual personality.
Adylotino
·Aug 12, 2026 at 7:47 PMAt Adylotino, we make custom dog treat jars and personalized pet collars!
SableHouses
·Aug 12, 2026 at 5:46 PMhttps://sablehouses.etsy.com
I have more pets.
LovePetPower
·Aug 12, 2026 at 3:48 PMPawPets
·Aug 12, 2026 at 12:47 PM · EditedMost of the items in my shop are designed to be used by pets: cat toys, snuggle sacks for cats, dogs, guinnea pigs, catnip nap play mats. I do have a few cat themed items such as adult bibs and pillowcases.
My favorite original creation is a dog wreath made out of biscuits that you can give your dog to eat (like an edible candy wreath for your puppy). It's listing will be posted in a week, since I am making more because it is currently sold out. I'll try to remember to post the link here when I have it.
PawPets
·Aug 12, 2026 at 12:39 PMSInce when is this an advertsing forum?
PhenomenalWomenShop
·3 weeks agoLol… I know, right? Why broadcast what is selling best in your shop? I never understood that here.
NATALYartUKRAINE
·Aug 12, 2026 at 12:25 PMI’m an artist and I have created pet portraits by commission before, although I haven’t offered them on Etsy yet. Seeing these trends makes me think it could be a wonderful direction for my shop. 🐾🎨 Here is an older pet portrait I created from a customer’s photo. I’m now considering offering custom pet portraits on Etsy and would love to hear from other sellers about their experience with this type of product!
TheRugResourcesCo
·Aug 12, 2026 at 6:54 AMIf you’re looking for a beautiful, comfortable space for your pet, our handcrafted scalloped rugs are a lovely choice. 🐾 The soft, plush texture is gentle and cozy for cats and dogs, while the elegant design blends beautifully into your home décor. Handmade with premium craftsmanship and attention to detail. 🤍
Feel free to visit https://therugresourcesco.etsy.com to explore our Scalloped rugs
KelleyKreates4U
·Aug 12, 2026 at 6:48 AM · EditedI make handmade pet lover jewelry and accessories, whether you own a cat or a dog, or whatever animal you own, you celebrate your fur-baby with something meaningful and colorful. https://www.etsy.com/listing/4504863146/rainbow-paw-print-bracelet-colorful-pet, https://www.etsy.com/listing/1872785102/pawprint-pals-keychain
PawTown
·Aug 11, 2026 at 8:58 PMI hand make bow ties to help keep your pets looking stylish! https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/1338507426/red-velvet-dog-bow-tie-christmas-dog-bow
BohoCircleLeatherCo
·Aug 11, 2026 at 8:01 PMOur leather pet lookalike keyrings/tote charms have been selling great this year. I can see why now. Check them out: https://bohocircleleatherco.etsy.com/listing/4523637406
LelasStickers
·Aug 11, 2026 at 6:55 PMso cute!! My Lela would love any of these...Lela is my furbaby hehe
lidyakilimrug
·Aug 11, 2026 at 5:53 PMMake your pet happy by buying them a rug.:)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4547994160/indigo-blue-overdyed-turkish-kilim-rug?